NEWS

DepEd Plans One Principal-One School Policy to Address Leadership Shortage

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DepEd announces One Principal-One School Policy to address school head shortage in the Philippines – helplineph.com

DepEd is set to implement a one principal-one school policy to address the shortage of school heads in over 24,000 public schools. The plan includes promoting qualified teachers, redistributing principals to underserved areas, and decentralizing the principal qualifying exam to improve accessibility. This move aims to strengthen school leadership, enhance teacher performance, and improve student learning outcomes across the country.

School Cannot Suspend Unmarried Teacher for Being Pregnant – SC

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Pregnant teacher standing in a classroom, representing the Supreme Court decision on workplace rights for unmarried teachers.

The Supreme Court ruled that schools cannot suspend unmarried teachers for being pregnant, stating that premarital pregnancy is not immoral under Philippine law. The decision emphasizes that morality in workplace policies should be based on public and secular standards, not religious beliefs. This landmark ruling protects individual rights and prevents discrimination based on personal choices.

Status of Service Recognition Incentive (SRI) 2024: Latest Updates

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Status of SRI 2024 as of December 12, 2024, featured on HelplinePH

As of December 12, 2024, the Service Recognition Incentive (SRI) for DepEd employees is confirmed, with a proposed amount of P20,000 per employee. The final amount and administrative order are still pending but are expected to align with previous timelines. Stay updated through reliable sources for further announcements.

President Marcos Pushes for Higher Incentives for Public School Teachers

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announces increased Service Recognition Incentive for public school teachers, featured on HelplinePH.

President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has directed the DBM and DepEd to increase the Service Recognition Incentive (SRI) for public school teachers from ₱18,000 to ₱20,000. This move, benefiting over 1 million DepEd personnel, aims to boost teacher morale and highlight their critical role in shaping Filipino learners’ futures. Further updates on the implementation timeline are expected soon.